Football News
Rams linked with LA return
Sky Sports - 6 Jan 2015 10:07
St Louis Rams owner Stan Kroenke has fuelled speculation about the team’s return to Los Angeles with his ambitious proposals for a new NFL stadium in the area.
Former Redskin Smoot acquitted of assault
ESPN - 6 Jan 2015 02:08
Former Washington Redskins defensive back Fred Smoot has been acquitted of misdemeanor domestic assault following a bench trial in Virginia.
Plans for NFL stadium in L.A. 'going forward'
ESPN - 6 Jan 2015 01:05
Inglewood mayor James T. Butts, Jr. said that a project to build an NFL stadium in L.A. is "going forward."
GM: Saints taking Galette situation 'seriously'
ESPN - 6 Jan 2015 23:58
New Orleans Saints general manager Mickey Loomis said Tuesday that the team will take linebacker Junior Galette's arrest "very seriously."
Restraining request dropped in Ravens case
ESPN - 6 Jan 2015 23:19
A woman accusing the Baltimore Ravens security director of groping her at the team's stadium after a December game has dropped her request for a restraining order.
Panthers Still Alive in Playoffs Despite Trying Season
The New York Times - 6 Jan 2015 23:00
Panthers coach Ron Rivera said he's never experienced a season like this one since he joined the NFL 30 years ago.
Source: Redskins to hire McCloughan as GM
ESPN - 6 Jan 2015 22:42
The Washington Redskins are finalizing a deal to make Scot McCloughan their next general manager, a source confirmed to ESPN.
Tomlin takes 'offense' to injury speculation
ESPN - 6 Jan 2015 22:41
Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin said he takes "offense" at any speculation that the team did not follow NFL concussion protocol Saturday night in a 30-17 loss to the Baltimore Ravens.
Woman Drops Restraint Request Against Ravens Security Head
The New York Times - 6 Jan 2015 22:15
A woman accusing the Baltimore Ravens security director of groping her at the team's stadium after a December game has dropped her request for a restraining order.
Sooners WR Green-Beckham to enter draft
ESPN - 6 Jan 2015 20:32
Oklahoma coach Bob Stoops said Tuesday that receiver Dorial Green-Beckham and defensive tackle Jordan Phillips have told him they will declare for the NFL Draft.
Dallas Cowboys vs. Green Bay Packers: Prediction, Betting Odds, Preview For 2015 Playoff Game
IBTimes - 6 Jan 2015 19:32
The Green Bay Packers (12-4) went undefeated at home in the 2014 season, while the Dallas Cowboys (12-4) didn't lose a single road game. One of those streaks is guaranteed to come to an end on Sunday when the two teams f...
Chris Christie Pushed Port Authority To Give Contract To Jerry Jones' Firm
IBTimes - 6 Jan 2015 19:32
Less than two years before Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones paid for New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie's tickets and travel to NFL games, government documents show Christie personally pushed the Port Authority to approve a ...
Federal court to hear Peterson case on Feb. 6
ESPN - 6 Jan 2015 19:25
The NFL Players Association's fight to get Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson reinstated from his suspension will reach federal court next month.
Despite Ethics Rule, Chris Christie's Ticket And Travel To Cowboys Game Paid For By Jerry Jones
IBTimes - 6 Jan 2015 07:32
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie's ticket and travel to the Dallas Cowboys playoff game on Sunday was paid for by team owner Jerry Jones, according to a spokesman for the governor. The gifts from the NFL team owner follow ...
Not Embracing Christie's Love of the Dallas Cowboys
The New York Times - 6 Jan 2015 04:24
Gov. Chris Christie's televised hug with the team's owner, Jerry Jones, struck a nerve in New Jersey, where football loyalties are split between the Giants, the Jets and the Eagles.
N.F.L. Roundup: Rams Owner Stan Kroenke Reveals Plan for Field in Los Angeles Area
The New York Times - 6 Jan 2015 04:16
Kroenke announced plans to build an 80,000-seat stadium that would rise near a city that has been without an N.F.L. team for two decades.
Why 'All-Star' Officiating Crews in Playoffs?
The New York Times - 6 Jan 2015 01:25
A flag flies. Dallas fans groan. Detroit fans rejoice.
Ex-NFL Defensive Back Smoot Acquitted of Domestic Assault
The New York Times - 6 Jan 2015 01:15
Former Washington Redskins defensive back Fred Smoot was acquitted on Monday on a misdemeanor charge of domestic assault.
Lions say bringing back Suh is a top priority
ESPN - 6 Jan 2015 01:10
A day after the Lions' season ended and defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh had an emotional news conference where he broke down in tears, the Lions organization has made it clear that trying to bring him back is one of its t...
Renovation of Dolphins stadium continues
ESPN - 6 Jan 2015 01:10
Workers have begun removing seats at the Miami Dolphins' stadium in the latest phase of a $350 million renovation.
Caldwell Calls for Improved Use of Technology in Officiating
The New York Times - 6 Jan 2015 01:03
The disputed call in the fourth quarter of Detroit's playoff loss at Dallas was not subject to a replay review.
League Unhappy Penalty Reversed in Lions' Playoff Loss
The New York Times - 6 Jan 2015 00:57
The NFL would have preferred officials stuck with an initial pass interference penalty instead of reversing the call in a controversial decision that cast a shadow over Sunday's playoff game between Dallas and Detroit.